Direct Care Associate 3-Horseshoe SLH -Sat-Sun; 7am-7pm and 9am-9pm/ $12.00 Position Available In Pearl River, Mississippi
Tallo's Job Summary: The Direct Care Associate 3 at Horseshoe SLH is a weekend position, Saturday and Sunday from 7am-7pm and 9am-9pm, offering $12.00 per hour. Duties include assisting in program activities, providing instruction to individuals, maintaining data collection, preparing meals, and ensuring a safe environment. Ideal candidates have attention to detail, strong communication skills, and at least one year of relevant experience. This position is an opportunity to work with individuals with developmental disabilities in a supportive and rewarding environment.
Job Description
Description
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
+ Provide assistance in program activities at the Supervised Living home. + Provide one-on-one or group instruction/assistance to individuals regarding their daily needs. + Complete routine daily check of van (including tires, gas gauge, etc.) and report deficiencies to supervisor in a timely manner. + Accurately monitor and maintain data collection sheets and submit to supervisor in a timely manner. + Assist with assessment of individuals’ strengths and needs as necessary. + Assist with preparation of individuals’ meals and provide client training as needed. + Communicate with supervisor related to the need to revise, delete, or add training objectives as deemed necessary. + Physically assist in maintaining the home in a neat and orderly manner. + Monitor and document individual behaviors using specific and descriptive terms accurately (i.e., behavior changes, accidents, seizures, etc.). + Encourage individuals to be independent and attend and participate in assigned activities. + Provide realistic, positive assurance to individuals regarding benefits of treatment and participation. + Assist in physical maintenance of a therapeutic environment by promoting an environment that encourages individuals to learn new skills and make choices through activity involvement, hands-on instruction/guidance, etc. + Follow proper protocol related to I/A and serious incident reports. + Ensure the safety of all individuals living in the home at all times. + Adhere to all Millcreek and
HCBS MR/DD
waiver program policies and procedures. + Follows all safety policies and adheres to all workers’ compensation program guidelines. + Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Skills Preferred + Attention to
Detail:
Advanced +
Communication:
Advanced Behaviors Preferred +
Dedicated:
Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity +
Enthusiastic:
Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest Motivations Preferred +
Flexibility:
Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals Education Required + High School/GED or better Experience Required + 1 year: At least one year of working experience. Preferred + 1 year: One year of experience working with children/adults with development disabilities is preferred. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
